It is the nature of all greatness not to be exact.

A nation is not conquered which is perpetually to be conquered.

There is but one law for all, namely that law which governs all law, the law of our Creator, the law of humanity, justice, equity - the law of nature and of nations.

Passion for fame: A passion which is the instinct of all great souls.

Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could do only a little.

There is America, which at this day serves for little more than to amuse you with stories of savage men and uncouth manners, yet shall, before you taste of death, show itself equal to the whole of that commerce which now attracts the envy of the world.

Dangers by being despised grow great.